Posted under Election 2012 & Immigration & Interventionism
Someone recently asked, what anti-interventionist will remain after Ron Paul retires?
Short answer: Possibly John Hostettler, who in some respects is even better than Ron Paul (esp. on immigration).
This week Democratic incumbent Evan Bayh announced he won’t seek reelection. John Hostettler is seeking the GOP nomination for Bayh’s vacant senate seat. If Hostettler should pick up the nomination, he would now have a real shot at winning general election. Long holding paleo-esque positions, Hostettler was one of six Republicans initially to vote against the neocon war in Iraq, and he’s been solid on immigration for quite some time. (Possible spoiler: Mike Pence could enter the race.)
Read W. James Antle III’s new piece: ”Bye-bye Bayh And Amnesty. Hello Hostettler And Immigration Moratorium?”
What people in Indiana need is a Hostettler money bomb!
Also of importance, J.D. Hayworth is running against McCain in Arizona for the GOP nomination. Although Hayworth is wrong on interventionism and nation building, he’s sound on illegal immigration. Many pundits say a Hayworth victory is a longshot (given the many resources at McCain’s disposal), while admitting this may be the most serious primary challenge McCain has seen since 1982. Personally, I cannot think anything that could create that warm, fuzzy sensation of contentedness more than McInsane losing the primary.
Addendum: I haven’t forgotten Rand Paul, but didn’t mention him above because much has already been said about his campaign in Kentucky.
Patroon on 17 Feb 2010 at 1:50 pm #
It’s too bad Bayh is getting out because I would have loved a one-on-one shot against an unpopular incumbent. Don’t let his poll numbers or money fool you, he’s getting out for a reason and he’s no fool. He knew he had a tough campaign ahead and he’s getting out because he’s not used to it. The sad thing for Hostettler is that everyone may very well get into the act like Pence and whatnot.
You know, Bayh’s old man was a senator too and he lost his last election to Dan Quayle of all people. 1980 wasn’t a good year for any incumbent Democrat but at least Birch Bayh had the guts to run and run on what he stood for despite how unpopular it was in Indiana at that time. He let the voters make their decision on his career and that was that. If it meant he was out of the Senate so be it. His mush-minded son is a coward pure and simple and more than likely cash-in as some Washington lobbyist just like Andy Coats. I’m glad he never became President.
DailyHostettler on 17 Feb 2010 at 2:43 pm #
Hostettler does have an upcoming moneybomb! It’s a grassroots effort, so it’s not hosted on his official site.
The website is hostettlermoneybomb.com. The next one is scheduled for Feb. 22. We need your help to get this Constitutional candidate in office!
Bede on 18 Feb 2010 at 6:19 am #
Good article on Hayworth vs. McCain:
http://www.vdare.com/hoste/100217_mccain.htm
W. James Antle III on 18 Feb 2010 at 5:19 pm #
For all practical purposes, Pence really can’t get into the race now. Bayh didn’t drop out until the day before the deadline for submitting signatures to qualify for the primary ballot. Those signatures are to be certified tomorrow.
Bede on 19 Feb 2010 at 5:42 pm #
Oh, that’s good news!